Skills Bootcamps in Introduction to Construction

LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Award

10 Jun 2026 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority seeks to appoint training providers for the "Skills Bootcamps in Introduction to Construction". This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on training services. The tender is part of a complete procurement stage, with a notable procurement method of awarding contracts without prior publication, under the Skills Bootcamps DPS in compliance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015. This initiative supports training within the construction sector by providing industry-relevant skills to trainees new to the construction environment. The location for this procurement is within the UKD7 region, with the contracts being officially signed on 1st May 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in training services within the construction industry. Companies such as ONPOINT TRAC LTD and TRAINING STRATEGIES LTD., both small to medium enterprises, were successfully awarded contracts, highlighting the potential for similar-sized businesses to compete effectively. Given the growing demand for skilled labour in construction, this procurement can enable businesses to expand their client base while supporting regional workforce development objectives. The focus on new talent acquisition for a traditionally aging workforce also provides a strategic advantage for training providers looking to make a substantial impact in the industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Skills Bootcamps in Introduction to Construction

Notice Description

LCRCA wishes to appoint Training Provider(s) to deliver a Skills Bootcamp to support training in construction and the built environment, focussed on delivering industry relevant training to trainees with no previous experience in construction looking to move into a new role. This Skills Bootcamp is aimed at supporting LCRs growing construction sector, as well as supporting the government objectives of increasing the construction workforce for several aims, such as housebuilding and providing new talent to an aging workforce.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This sourcing exercise was carried out under the existing Skills Bootcamps DPS (DN602074) in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015 via the e-Tendering system, "The Chest".

Procurement Information

This sourcing exercise was carried out under the existing Skills Bootcamps DPS (DN602074) in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015 via the e-Tendering system, "The Chest".

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b17f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054612-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£202,350 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD7 Merseyside

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ONPOINT TRAC

TRAINING STRATEGIES

Further Information

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